2015 Bmw 328i
The 2015 Bmw 328i is a compact car, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 27
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- —
- Recalls
- 4
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Bmw |
|---|---|
| Model | 328i |
| Model year | 2015 |
| Vehicle class | Compact Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 23 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 34 |
| Combined MPG | 27 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 327 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $2850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| 328i | 27 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| 328i | 26 MPG combined |
| 328i xDrive | 26 MPG combined |
| 328i xDrive Gran Turismo | 26 MPG combined |
| 328i xDrive Sports Wagon | 26 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 23 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Combined | 27 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 15% below the class average.
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- Amount financed
- $21,600
- Total interest
- $3,758
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≈ $1,489/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (4)
- EXTERIOR LIGHTING15V520000 · 2015-08-17
BMW North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 320i, 320xi, 328i, 328xi, 335i, 335xi, and ActiveHybrid3 vehicles manufactured October 20, 2011, to June 22, 2015, 2014-2015 328xi Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured March 21, 2013, to March 17, 2015, 2014-2015 328d, 328xd vehicles manufactured June 28, 2013, to April 21, 2015, and 2014-2015 328xd Sports Wagon vehicles manufactured July 5, 2013, to April 21, 2015. The affected vehicles may have been programmed with new software that inadvertently makes the front side marker lights inoperative in conjunction with the parking lights or the headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: BMW will notify owners, and dealers will upload revised software to correct the issue, free of charge. The recall began on October 7, 2015. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417 or by email at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW24V288000 · 2024-04-24
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2015 2 Series Coupe (228i, 228i xDrive, M235i), 3 Series Sedan (320i, 320i xDrive, 328i, 328i xDrive, 335i, 335i xDrive, M3, 328d, 328d xDrive), 4 Series Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive, M4), and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe (428i, 428i xDrive, 435i, 435i xDrive) vehicles. The head air bag inflator may fail at the weld joint, which can cause gas to leak from the inflator or result in an inflator rupture.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the head air bags, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 4, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE24V527000 · 2024-07-11
BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2015 6 Series Gran Coupe, 2014 5 Series Gran Turismo, 2014 5 Series Sedan, 2015 6 Series Convertible, 2015 6 Series Coupe, 2014 X5, 2013-2014 X3, 2014-2015 3 Series Sedan, 2014 4 Series Coupe, 2014 4 Series Convertible, 2014 3 Series Gran Turismo, and 2015 4 Series Gran Coupe vehicles. Please see the recall report for the complete list of models. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect.
Remedy: The driver's front air bag will be replaced, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:PUMP24V608000 · 2024-08-13
BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2015 X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, 2012-2016 Z4 sDrive28i, 528i, 528i xDrive, 328i, 328xi, 2016-2018 X5 xdrive 40e, 2014-2016 228i, 228xi, 428i, 428i xDrive, 328xi Gran Turismo, 2013-2017 X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i, 2015-2018 X4 xDrive28i, 2015-2016 428xi vehicles. An improperly sealed electrical connector on the water pump may be exposed to water and short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the water pump and plug connector as necessary, and install a protective shield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2025. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2015 Bmw 328i?
The 2015 Bmw 328i is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 34 highway).
Is the 2015 Bmw 328i reliable?
NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Bmw 328i. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2015 Bmw 328i?
The 2015 Bmw 328i earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Bmw 328i?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Bmw 328i costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2015 Bmw 328i?
The 2015 Bmw 328i is classified as a compact car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC